Organic

Organic Sauvignon Blanc

Certified by BioGro New Zealand, our Giesen Organic Sauvignon Blanc delivers a full-bodied, generous wine. Passionfruit, guava and grapefruit layered with lemon and elderflower. Generous and complex, with bright natural acidity and a long finish.

Crafted from premium fruit grown in the Wairau Valley, Marlborough, this Organic Sauvignon Blanc reflects Giesen’s commitment to leaving the land better than we found it. Fruit is sourced from two outstanding BioGro-certified vineyards in the Lower Wairau Valley.

The 2023 season delivered favourable conditions across Marlborough. Rainfall reached 95% of the long-term average, ensuring good water supply throughout the growing season. Variable weather led to moderate yields and looser bunches, resulting in quality fruit. Dry harvest conditions allowed picking at optimal ripeness, while cooler evenings supported slow flavour development and vibrant natural acidity.

This wine shows expressive aromas of passionfruit, guava, grapefruit, lemon and elderflower. On the palate, tropical fruit flavours are balanced by subtle citrus notes of lemon and lime. Generous and complex, it finishes long with bright acidity providing structure and freshness.

To create an organic Sauvignon Blanc with intense flavour and texture, the must was gently pressed prior to cold settling. Cool fermentation using selected yeasts preserved aromatic purity and built flavour intensity.

The wine was rested on fine lees to add complexity and palate weight before bottling, resulting in a balanced, expressive Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc true to its organic origins.

Region, Marlborough and Wairua Valley
Country, New Zealand
ABV, 12.4%
Dietary, Gluten Free, Vegan, Certified Organic
Size, 750ml
Closure, Screwcap
Food Match, Pan Seared Groper Fillets, Caper Vinaigrette, Seasonal Salad Greens
Tech Specs, pH 3.4 • TA 7.3 g/L • Residual sugar 3.5 g/L


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Reviews

Cameron DouglasMaster Sommelier

"Aromas of roasted citrus and sweet herbs, mineral and peach tea, flowers and fragrant spices. Satin textures with contrasting acidity and a core of fruit flavours that reflect the nose. Lengthy finish with a mix of spices and fruits, preserved lemon and whispers of tropical fruit."

Winestate New Zealand

"From Wairau Valley sites, this is a full-bodied wine, ripely scented, with very good weight and depth of lively, passionfruit and lime flavours, balanced acidity and a dry finish. Certified organic."